By makers.
For makers.
Supporting design, engineering and technology education in Scotland.
Welcome
This site is dedicated to supporting pupils, students, teachers and parents with an interest in design engineering and technology.
DesignClass is managed Scott Hunter, based in Scotland, UK.
Whilst most of the content on this site is designed to help support DET education in Scotland, I hope that you will find the materials useful, wherever you come from.
Gallery & Blog
Read the latest blog posts and visit the gallery of work.
Read the latest blog posts and visit the gallery of work.
Teacher/Zone
The teacher/zone contains various assessments and resources designed for teachers of Design, Engineering & Technology.
Please note that teachers need to register with their GTCS number and either Glow or work email address to access this area.
Learning Resources
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Graphics
Everybody uses graphics.
From watching TV and playing video games, to architects and advertisers, graphics are the backbone of the modern world.
You will learn about Computer Aided Design (CAD), engineering drawing, 3D printing, visualisation and animation through to graphic design, vector art, photography, desktop publishing and professional printing. -
Practical Craft
Stuff needs to be made and to make stuff properly, you need to have the knowledge of materials and tools and the skills to use them properly.
Every good designer or engineer should have experienced what it is like to make something.
In craft courses, you will learn the professional techniques to fashion materials into products. -
Product Design
Product Design is for people interested in designing the products or services of the future.
You will learn about the design process and how this is used to solve complex problems.A blend of developing both practical skills and design-thinking will see you use different materials, machines and processes to create the products of the future.
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Engineering Science
Engineering Science challenges you to discover the world of mechanics, structures, electronics, pneumatics and computer control.
You will learn how products and structures actually work and how designers and engineers use technology to solve problems - from simple traffics lights, to controlling the speed of motors for drones.